No matter what your opinion about Caitlyn Jenner is, there’s no denying the truth in her statement on bullying: “If you want to call me names, make jokes, doubt my intentions, go ahead. Because the reality is, I can take it. But for the thousands of kids out there coming to terms with being true to who they are, they shouldn't have to take it."

Start early teaching your kids to respect others – and to respect themselves.